Students will survey the broad history of antisemitism going back to antiquity and then look closely at the circumstances of Germany following World War I that enabled the Nazi Party to take power and dehumanize the Jewish people and others. Students will also study the details of the Holocaust era, asking questions of what it means to be a perpetrator, collaborator, bystander, or hero. Finally, students will consider the broad mandate of "Never Again" and its challenges in the seven decades and counting since the Holocaust.

Disclaimer: The study of the Holocaust requires students to engage with potentially distressing content, including topics of racism, dehumanization, suicide, and mass murder. Students should take appropriate measures to care for their mental health while engaging with the course material, including seeking the support of parents, school counselors, teachers, or other trusted adults as needed.